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use a short phrases and write a short story on "hot potato"​

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Answered by misradiptoman
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Answer:

any subject which several folks are talking about and which is frequently argued

something that is hard or terrible to handle

a problem or situation that is difficult to deal with and causes a lot of disagreement

an issue or question about which people have different opinions and feel very strongly

a controversial situation that is awkward to deal with

a delicate or contentious matter which many people do not want to talk about

Example Sentences

The issue of gun control is a political hot potato in the United States.

The legality of abortion is a hot potato in many countries around the world.

I never discuss about anyone's religion, it can be a hot potato.

The party members are not speaking on this topic as it is a political hot potato.

The government's decision to curb benefits to some sections of society is like a hot potato.

Origin

The term originated in the mid 1800s and is derived from the slightly older term "to drop like a hot potato", meaning "to abandon something or someone quickly". It alludes to the fact that cooked potatoes retain considerable heat because they contain a lot of water.

Source: theidioms.com

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